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Maianthemum racemosum


False Solomon's Seal, False Spikenard




Origin:  Western and central United States of America.
Family
Asparagaceae
Genus
Maianthemum
Species
racemosum
Category
Perennials, Weeds
Synonyms
Smilacina racemosum
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8
Canadian Hardiness Zone
2a - 7a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-40 - (-9)
Temperature (°F)
-40 - 15
Height
70 -100 cm
Spread
50 - 75 cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
May
General Description
Rhizomatous herbaceous perennial.
Landscape
Massing in shade or woodland gardens, suitable as a ground cover in such situations.
Cultivation
Grow in humus rich, moisture retentive soil in partial shade.
Shape
Tall, arching stems.
Growth
Fast
ID Characteristic
Arched stems with broad-elliptic leaves holding fluffy white flowers.
Pests
No major issues.
Habitat
Climax forests where a suitable humus level has developed.
Notable Specimens
Joany’s Woods, West Williams, Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada.
Propagation
Easily by spring or late summer divisions.
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